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Composting in below-freezing temperatures with snow on the ground can be challenging for even the most avid gardeners, but it's essential to ensure you'll be ready to feed the garden when the weather warms up in spring. Here are five can't-miss tips for successful cold-weather composting.

It costs a bundle to air condition a home. So before flicking a switch for instant cool – and huge power bills – think about your options. When your house is well insulated with ample shade and ventilation, keeping it cool becomes more efficient and

Composting helps the environment and your garden by reducing waste and providing nutrient-rich soil for your plants. If you've considered starting a compost pile but don't know where to begin, here are a some "don'ts" to help you get going.

Using less water is a great way for your family to focus on green living. To help you conserve water at home, here are five easy ways to help you get started on being more frugal with your daily water consumption.

Although everyone knows composting is good for the environment, what may not be clear is that not all household waste qualifies for the compost bin. Before you toss your next load of household waste onto your compost pile, here are four common househ

Composting is an excellent way not only to reduce household waste but also to help save the Earth. Why? It's fairly easy to do and many homeowners know they can recycle old food scraps into compost. However, there are several surprising household ite

Vermicomposting, the process of making compost with worms, is an increasingly popular trend for city-dwelling compost lovers. It generates more batches of compost in small spaces, and at a faster rate, than bacterial composting alone. Curious about h

A healthy garden is key to growing delicious veggies, colourful fruits and lovely flowers. So why gamble with pricey, nasty commercial fertilizers when you can use everyday household materials to create nutrient-rich compost that works just as well.

Plastics have a highly detrimental effect on the environment, yet they are a part of daily life for most of us. Rather than trying to eliminate them entirely, here are 8 ways to reduce how much plastic you buy and use.

You need surprisingly few cleaning tools for your home. Before rushing to the store to buy them, consider using things you already have on hand. To help, here are four handy tips for a greener, cleaner home.

We tend to use a lot of water and energy in the kitchen, especially when washing dishes. Fortunately, with the right appliances and practices, you can lead a greener lifestyle while also saving money. What's not to like about that?

Between heating our homes during winter and keeping all our gadgets powered up, it’s no surprise that Canadian households use a lot of energy. Here are a few suggestions for how you can be more energy conscious at home.